The Positive Habits Podcast

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat sits down with Mike Mudie, founder of Authentic Brew, to explore the extraordinary journey that took him from the brink of burnout to creating the world's first 100% natural functional health drink. After 15 years in corporate IT, Mike's body completely shut down without warning. Unable to walk, feed himself or even move, he began a life-changin...

What if the thing you've spent your life trying to hide became the thing that helped you connect with others? In this powerful episode, Kat sits down with Matthew from Armstrong Watson to discuss his journey from living with a debilitating stammer to confidently speaking in front of groups and helping others develop their communication skills. Matthew shares the hidden impact his stammer had on ev...

In this powerful episode of The Positive Habits Podcast, Kat sits down with Pete for an honest conversation about men’s mental health, disconnection, alcohol, suicidal thoughts, community, cold water and what it really means to start healing. Pete shares how he spent much of his life feeling disconnected - from himself, from other men, and from the world around him. He opens up about growing up ar...

What if the support we need isn't another app, programme or waiting list - but simply a place where we feel seen, valued and heard? In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast, Kat sits down with Hannah, founder of Soulful, a preventative wellbeing community helping people build resilience, connection and confidence before they reach crisis point. Hannah shares her powerful story of growing up...

What happens when you walk away from the career everyone expects you to take? In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat sits down with Stu Mac, founder of ManiLife Peanut Butter, to explore the story behind building one of the UK's most loved food brands - from a bedroom full of peanuts to scaling a purpose-led business. But this conversation goes far beyond peanut butter. Kat and Stu e...

In this emotional and deeply honest episode of The Positive Habits Podcast, Kat talks with good friend Holly Meyers to talk life after divorce, rebuilding yourself, pushing through fear, and the power of community. After ending a 15-year relationship and navigating the reality of starting over at nearly 40, Holly shares how stepping outside her comfort zone completely transformed her life -from jo...

In this honest and reflective solo episode, Kat Thorne talks about fear, doubt, anxiety and the invisible beliefs that stop so many of us from building the life we truly want. From relationships and career changes to confidence, identity and starting something new - Kat shares why fear often feels so convincing, and why pushing through it can completely change your life. This episode explores: Why...

If you’re going through a difficult time right now, this episode is for you. In this honest and grounding solo episode, Kat shares a powerful realisation from her own recent challenges: when life feels overwhelming, it’s about coming back to the basics. We often search for big solutions to complex problems. But the truth? The foundations of being human - sleep, movement, fuel, and mindset - are wh...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat sits down with James, the face behind Portsmouth Food Guide , to talk about far more than great places to eat. James shares his passion for Portsmouth, why protecting local high streets and pub culture matters so deeply to him, and how food, hospitality and community are all connected. The conversation explores the challenges facing independent...

In this inspiring episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by motivational speaker Winston B. Clements for a powerful conversation about mindset, community, disability, self-belief and the habits that help us move beyond limitation. Winston shares the story behind his mantra, “your limitations are an illusion,” and reflects on how living with osteogenesis imperfecta shaped his...

What if one small habit could pull you out of burnout… and completely change the direction of your life? In this episode, Kat Thorne sits down with Carol Mead, a corporate HR professional turned botanical wellness creator and founder of Elyse . What started as a personal journey through stress, anxiety, and burnout became a powerful discovery - and ultimately, a brand designed to help others reset...

In this 10-minute solo episode, Kat explores why stepping outside your comfort zone is one of the most powerful things you can do for your personal and professional growth. From early morning sea dips to speaking on international stages, Kat shares real-life examples of how doing uncomfortable things - consistently - builds confidence, resilience, and momentum. Because the truth is… 👉 Growth does...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat sits down with the brilliant Izzy , founder of Uforma , to talk about the future of fashion, the hidden cost of fast fashion, and why finding clothes that truly fit can completely change how we feel. After meeting at a recent event hosted by Melinda Palomino, with special guest Roxie Nafousi, Kat knew she had to bring Izzy onto the podcast. At j...

Overthinking is becoming a global challenge and it’s only getting worse in a world full of noise, information, and constant distraction. In this short 10 minute solo episode, Kat shares one of the most powerful (and underused) positive habits to combat overthinking, reduce anxiety, and improve performance: journaling - reframed as “brain dumping.” This simple, low-cost habit can help you regain co...

In this deeply honest episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by Pardeep Gill for a powerful conversation about healing, resilience, and learning to trust yourself again. Pardeep shares her personal journey of leaving a 14-year abusive marriage, the physical toll trauma took on her body, and how simple habits like walking, reading and slowing down became part of her recovery....

In this episode, Kat sits down with productivity expert, keynote speaker and community-builder Stoyan Yankov to unpack a surprisingly powerful truth: productivity isn’t about doing more - it’s about living intentionally. They explore the “giver vs taker” dynamic in business and life, why scarcity thinking blocks opportunities, and how to protect your time without becoming transactional. Plus, Stoy...

In this episode, Kat sits down with Emily Gill (founder at Levra and recognised as one of the Top 50 Women in Tech ) for a real conversation about modern busyness, perfectionism, and the habits that protect human performance. They unpack why we’ve become human doings , how tiny “basic” habits (sleep, breathing, movement) create outsized impact, and why human skills like empathy, connection and com...

In this episode, Kat is joined by Bella - a rising talent whose energy “jumps off the page” on LinkedIn and into real life. Together, they unpack the small habits that quietly build confidence, protect mental health, and shift your day from autopilot to intentional. Bella shares how Atomic Habits introduced her to habit stacking, why music became her mood-reset tool during high-rejection cold-call...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat speaks with Ian Burrell , the Global Ambassador for Rum , about carving your own path, building confidence, and developing the mindset needed to succeed. Ian shares how his journey began behind the bar , eventually leading him to become the only global ambassador for an entire drinks category - a role he created through passion, persistence, and...

In this episode of the Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by Ashley Hadley , founder of the Portsmouth Magazine , for a powerful conversation about community, purpose, and what it really takes to build something meaningful from the ground up. Ashley shares his journey from the construction industry into publishing, and why he felt compelled to create a physical magazine in an increasin...

In this episode of the Positive Habits Podcast , Kat is joined by Daniele for an honest conversation about the habits that shape our mental health, relationships, and performance - at work and at home. Together, they explore how the pandemic disrupted our routines, blurred boundaries between work and life, and quietly changed our relationship with technology. Daniela shares the powerful story of s...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat Thorne is joined by Polly and Jorge , founders of Moovafy , to explore a powerful question: What if buying and selling a home was more human? Polly and Jorge share their personal story of struggling to sell their London home despite it being “a beautiful house” and how that emotionally draining experience led them to uncover what’s missing in to...

In this episode of The Positive Habits Podcast , Kat is joined by Imogen, co-founder of The Northern Pasta Company, for an honest conversation about food, mental wellbeing, and performance. Imogen shares how living on a small Croatian island during the pandemic transformed her relationship with food and inspired her to create a pasta company rooted in quality, joy, and connection. Together, Kat an...

In this solo episode, Kat discusses 3 transformative habits that significantly boosted her confidence in 2025. She emphasises the importance of not checking your phone first thing in the morning, committing to 10 minutes of daily movement, and maintaining a consistent bedtime. Each habit contributes to improved mental health, emotional regulation, and overall well-being, ultimately leading to a mo...

New Year´s resolutions don´t work – but a transformational 2026 is still within your reach. It´s in your control to make it your most impactful year yet. All it takes is one small, positive habit change. Kat explains how to identify which area of your life to focus on and which small yet powerful habit change to make. KEY TAKEAWAYS New Year’s resolutions often fail because they’re too big, vague,...